We travel to the Brick Community Stadium tomorrow with 4,600 Wanderers fans backing the team. That level of support is massive. It gives the players a lift before they even step off the coach. We want you to bring that noise. We want you to make the atmosphere electric.
We also need you to keep it legal.
Derby days run high on emotion. But there is a distinct line between passionate support and anti-social behaviour. We are asking you to stay on the right side of it. Under the EFL’s ‘Love Football, Protect the Game’ campaign, we remind all travelling fans of the conduct standards expected of you.
The rules are clear:
Pitch Incursions: Entering the field of play is a criminal offence. It leads to arrest and a club ban. Stay in the stands.
Pyrotechnics: Flares and smoke bombs are dangerous to fellow fans and players. If you are caught with them, you may be arrested.
Discrimination: Racism, homophobia, ableism, sexism, and faith-based abuse will not be tolerated.
These actions damage the club's reputation. They cost us money in fines. They distract the players from the job at hand.
We know the vast majority of you are there to sing for the team and enjoy the rivalry.
Arrive early. Searches will be in place. Get behind the lads from the first whistle to the last.
Fan Guide
Family Zone
It’s located behind the East stand, and open from 10.30am to 12.15pm
There’s lots of activities including:
- Inflatables
- Gaming
- Pool tables
- Air Hockey
- Crusty The Pie visits
- Food & Drink kiosk inside too
Alternative travel route
Avoid the congestion through Wigan town centre after the game by following this alternative route. Head up the M6 to Junction 29, take the M65 for one junction and come down the M61 to arrive at Middlebrook. This route keeps you out of slow-moving residential traffic and ensures a much smoother run from the Brick Community Stadium.
Away Fans Bar (under North Stand)
Opening & Closing Times: Open from 10:15am until kick-off
Entry: Entry will be granted upon showing proof of ticket
Food & Drink: Pies, hot dogs, crips & confectionary as well as a range of drinks.
Safe travels. See you at Wigan.